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Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel in Kigali with free breakfast and bars/lounges

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Exterior
Garden
Interior
Reviews
7.0

Good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

Explore the area

Map
KN 14 Avenue, Kimihurura, Kigali
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Kigali1 min walk
  • Popular LocationKigali Heights3 min walk
  • Popular LocationKigali Convention Centre9 min walk
  • AirportKigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.)13 min drive
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Room options

Standard Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
2 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Renovated in 2014
2 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Economy Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
2 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually decorated
Rainfall showerhead
Free bottled water
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room

8/10 Very Good

Highlights

Individually decorated
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

7.5/10 Good

Highlights

Individually decorated
2 bathrooms
Rainfall showerhead
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Kigali

Located in Kigali, Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel is in the city center and next to a golf course. Ivuka Arts Kigali and BK Arena are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Ntarama Church and Presidential Palace Museum. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Stade Amahoro or Nyamirambo Stadium.
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What's nearby

  • University of Kigali - 1 min walk
  • Kigali Heights - 3 min walk
  • Kigali Convention Centre - 9 min walk
  • Rwanda Development Board - 15 min walk
  • BK Arena - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Kigali (KGL-Kigali Intl.) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Inka Steakhouse - 20 min walk
  • Question Coffee - 20 min walk
  • Mumbai Spice Kitchen - 2 min drive
  • 360° Degrees Pizza - 5 min walk
  • Republika Lounge - 4 min drive

About this property

Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel

Hostel adjacent to a golf course
Near Kigali Convention Centre, Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel provides free breakfast, a rooftop terrace, and a firepit. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), 1 meeting room, and a vending machine
  • A front-desk safe, ATM/banking services, and a TV in the lobby
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and include amenities such as free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking (surcharge) on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 215 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1993
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Reception hall
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children may not be eligible for complimentary breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are available for RWF 20000.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: RWF 9000 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Rollaway bed fee: RWF 20000.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 16 years old
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Discover Rwanda
Discover Rwanda Hostel
Discover Rwanda Youth
Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel
Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel Kigali
Discover Rwanda Youth Kigali
Discover Youth Hostel Rwanda
Hostel Rwanda
Rwanda Hostel
Rwanda Youth Hostel
Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel Kigali
Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Does Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of RWF 9000 per vehicle applies.

Where is Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel located?

Located in the heart of Kigali, this golf hostel is within a 15-minute walk of University of Kigali and Kigali Convention Centre. Kigali Heights and Kigali Business Centre are also within 5 minutes.

Discover Rwanda Youth Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 81 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 81 reviews" "

7.0/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

6.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aili

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Roberta, Canada

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
They are currently shifting to the place across the street, so things are bit haphazard as they make the change. They did switch us to a different room when our key wasnt working. They also worked very hard to accomodate us in other ways. Overall good experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
This is a good, bare bones hostel for budget travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I had a fantastic stay at Discover Kigali.
It was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Espen

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A place to sleep, bring your own food and Coffee
Low cost. And the outside area was cool. Showers and toiletts was ok. Tried to contact the hostel some day before arreivel, to organize transport from the airport, but No answere on email. If you want food with your Breakfast get up early and start waiting in the food area. There will only be food to the 4-5 frist in line.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Signe

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Tom, Kenya

Liked: Staff & service
Friendly place in a good location.
A good place - the funds raised support a local charity. Nice open air restaurant and good food options.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was lovely and I was satisfied!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

James, Northampton, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good price and good location.
Was in a good spot and the rooms were fine, most of the staff were friendly, some others not so much. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017